Azorfish – Ratinho 28'
Azorfish – Ratinho 28'
2025 is here and its time you book your fishing adventure in Ponta Delgada Azores. We, at Azorfish with our Starfisher 840 Ratinho invite you on a fishing trip around the iconic waters of the Azores, Experience with us the different fishing trips we offer as well ocean tours around the coast of São Miguel Island in a different way! You’ll be fishing with a sea-loving crew on board a top-notch sportfishing vessel, built to ensure a pleasant and smooth ride.
Trips aboard Ratinho are run year-round, but the weather dictates the best time for fishing. The crew will take you where the fish are, around the coastline or further out for the chance to hook big game fish, usually about 10 to 15 miles from the coast, never the less lots of times the big boys are well in shore.
There are many species on offer, such as Bonito, a variety of Tuna, blue and white Marlin, Mahi Mahi, wahoo and a lot of smaller edible fish, Just let your captain know what you’d like to hook and for sure he will do his best for you to acomplish your wishes not forgetting that its fishing
Skipper Adriano Medeiros describes the sea as the love of his life and welcomes you on board his 28’ Starfisher to explore it with him. This vessel is fully loaded with equipment for your safety and comfort, as well as all the fishing gear you’ll need, and snorkeling gear. Lunch, snacks, water, soft drinks, and beer are on board, too. In the words of the crew themselves, “Our goal is for you to enjoy your trip with us, using our long-time experience in big game fishing, coast fishing, or just a run for fun!” you’ll be joined by an English-speaking, easy-going, fun crew who will do everything to provide you with an unforgettable adventure.The crew is flexible and ready to make you feel confortable on board.
If you not sure about the type of trip and would like to know more information that is not here, please send us an inquiry and we will gladlly anwser with in a few hours.
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (163)
+160Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
88%
Appropriate for children
83%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Recommend this charter
92%
Caught fish
73%
Aug 28, 2025
4 Hour Trip–Coast Bottom Fishing AM
Awesome trip on the coast!
I am an avid fisherman and rarely get the chance to fish the saltwater in a boat. After looking for charters for our vacation I found Antonino. Me and my family had a hard time choosing what trip to take. We were going to do the 4hr big game AM but Antonio recommended the coastal. Apparently the big game hadn't been very good at all lately. Sometimes the shortish are hard to find. So we agreed to the coastal and had a blast. We trolled to the spot and caught lots of barracuda. We then started bottom fishing and I landed a hard-fighting triggerfish rig hit away. Awesome experience for both a fisherman or someone wanting a fun experience. Would highly recommend!
I am an avid fisherman and rarely get the chance to fish the saltwater in a boat. After looking for charters for our vacation...
Captain replied
Jun 18, 2025
4 Hour Trip–Coast Bottom Fishing AM
Great day on the water
Captain Adriano and his mate worked well as a team to help us land several species of nearshore fish (Grouper, barracuda, triggerfish and sea bream). We went with the combination trolling/bottom fishing 4 hour trip which was recommended by the Captain at that time. They also go out for larger offshore species (Tuna, marlin, etc.) but they can be seasonal so go with what the Captain suggests. He also extended the trip for us so we could catch a large triggerfish (and we did) which we have never tasted before. Upon return we only kept the fish we could eat (filleted) and the rest the Captain gave to people he knows who really appreciate the gift. We highly recommend fishing on the Ratinho and we will certainly go out again when we return to Sao Miguel.
Captain Adriano and his mate worked well as a team to help us land several species of nearshore fish (Grouper, barracuda, triggerfish...
May 21, 2025
4 Hour Trip–Coast Bottom Fishing AM
Halfday trip 21-5-2025
We went on a halfday trip with Adriano. We went trolling while we were heading to the bottom fishing spots. While trolling we caught 7 nice barracudas. When we reached the the bottom fishing spots the fishinggear got switched and we started fishing. We caught a lot of different species with some big triggerfish, seabream and blacktail comber. Adriano knows where to find the fish and we ended up catching a lot. I would definitely recommend to go fishing with Adriano, we had a wonderful day!
We went on a halfday trip with Adriano. We went trolling while we were heading to the bottom fishing spots. While trolling we...
Captain replied
Aug 6, 2025
4 Hour Trip – Big Game Fishing (AM)
Amazing barracuda trip
Excellent fishing day at Ratinho. Adriano and his crew member Paolo treated us very well and took us 1) barracuda trolling and 2) bottom fishing in a 4 hours trip. Special mention to Paolo's helpfulness. We were a family of 6 with kids and teenagers who landed plenty of barracuda and fish. Great day, would recommend.
Excellent fishing day at Ratinho. Adriano and his crew member Paolo treated us very well and took us 1) barracuda trolling and...
Captain replied
Jul 5, 2025
4 Hour Trip–Coast Bottom Fishing AM
Unforgettable Trip!
Our trip with Captain Adriano and Mate Paolo was truly exceptional. They are knowledgeable, kind, generous, and ensure the best experience for their patrons. Additionally, the boat was very comfortable and clean. Captain Adriano put us on the fish all day. My wife and I are already looking forward to our next trip on the Ratinho!
Our trip with Captain Adriano and Mate Paolo was truly exceptional. They are knowledgeable, kind, generous, and ensure the best...
Captain replied
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (163)
+160Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
88%
Appropriate for children
83%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Recommend this charter
92%
Caught fish
73%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Awesome trip on the coast!
4 Hour Trip–Coast Bottom Fishing AM on August 28, 2025
I am an avid fisherman and rarely get the chance to fish the saltwater in a boat. After looking for charters for our vacation I found Antonino. Me and my family had a hard time choosing what trip to take. We were going to do the 4hr big game AM but Antonio recommended the coastal. Apparently the big game hadn't been very good at all lately. Sometimes the shortish are hard to find. So we agreed to the coastal and had a blast. We trolled to the spot and caught lots of barracuda. We then started bottom fishing and I landed a hard-fighting triggerfish rig hit away. Awesome experience for both a fisherman or someone wanting a fun experience. Would highly recommend!
I am an avid fisherman and rarely get the chance to fish the saltwater in a boat. After looking for charters for our vacation I found Antonino. Me and my family had a hard time choosing what trip to take. We were going to do the 4hr big game AM but Antonio recommended the coastal. Apparently the big game hadn't been very good at all lately. Sometimes the shortish are hard to find. So we agreed to the coastal and had a blast. We trolled to the spot and caught lots of barracuda. We then started...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great day on the water
4 Hour Trip–Coast Bottom Fishing AM on June 18, 2025
Captain Adriano and his mate worked well as a team to help us land several species of nearshore fish (Grouper, barracuda, triggerfish and sea bream). We went with the combination trolling/bottom fishing 4 hour trip which was recommended by the Captain at that time. They also go out for larger offshore species (Tuna, marlin, etc.) but they can be seasonal so go with what the Captain suggests. He also extended the trip for us so we could catch a large triggerfish (and we did) which we have never tasted before. Upon return we only kept the fish we could eat (filleted) and the rest the Captain gave to people he knows who really appreciate the gift. We highly recommend fishing on the Ratinho and we will certainly go out again when we return to Sao Miguel.
Captain Adriano and his mate worked well as a team to help us land several species of nearshore fish (Grouper, barracuda, triggerfish and sea bream). We went with the combination trolling/bottom fishing 4 hour trip which was recommended by the Captain at that time. They also go out for larger offshore species (Tuna, marlin, etc.) but they can be seasonal so go with what the Captain suggests. He also extended the trip for us so we could catch a large triggerfish (and we did) which we have never...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Halfday trip 21-5-2025
4 Hour Trip–Coast Bottom Fishing AM on May 21, 2025
We went on a halfday trip with Adriano. We went trolling while we were heading to the bottom fishing spots. While trolling we caught 7 nice barracudas. When we reached the the bottom fishing spots the fishinggear got switched and we started fishing. We caught a lot of different species with some big triggerfish, seabream and blacktail comber. Adriano knows where to find the fish and we ended up catching a lot. I would definitely recommend to go fishing with Adriano, we had a wonderful day!
We went on a halfday trip with Adriano. We went trolling while we were heading to the bottom fishing spots. While trolling we caught 7 nice barracudas. When we reached the the bottom fishing spots the fishinggear got switched and we started fishing. We caught a lot of different species with some big triggerfish, seabream and blacktail comber. Adriano knows where to find the fish and we ended up catching a lot. I would definitely recommend to go fishing with Adriano, we had a wonderful day!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Amazing barracuda trip
4 Hour Trip – Big Game Fishing (AM) on August 6, 2025
Excellent fishing day at Ratinho. Adriano and his crew member Paolo treated us very well and took us 1) barracuda trolling and 2) bottom fishing in a 4 hours trip. Special mention to Paolo's helpfulness. We were a family of 6 with kids and teenagers who landed plenty of barracuda and fish. Great day, would recommend.
Excellent fishing day at Ratinho. Adriano and his crew member Paolo treated us very well and took us 1) barracuda trolling and 2) bottom fishing in a 4 hours trip. Special mention to Paolo's helpfulness. We were a family of 6 with kids and teenagers who landed plenty of barracuda and fish. Great day, would recommend.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Unforgettable Trip!
4 Hour Trip–Coast Bottom Fishing AM on July 5, 2025
Our trip with Captain Adriano and Mate Paolo was truly exceptional. They are knowledgeable, kind, generous, and ensure the best experience for their patrons. Additionally, the boat was very comfortable and clean. Captain Adriano put us on the fish all day. My wife and I are already looking forward to our next trip on the Ratinho!
Our trip with Captain Adriano and Mate Paolo was truly exceptional. They are knowledgeable, kind, generous, and ensure the best experience for their patrons. Additionally, the boat was very comfortable and clean. Captain Adriano put us on the fish all day. My wife and I are already looking forward to our next trip on the Ratinho!
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